Head Chef - Alcester

Lovely Pubs; Alcester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pub chain in Alcester is seeking a Head Chef to lead their kitchen. The ideal candidate will take pride in creating fresh, seasonal dishes and maintaining high standards of food safety. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with a creative approach to cooking. This role offers the chance to be part of a community-focused team in a vibrant and welcoming environment.

Benefits

25% discount on food and drink

A fair share of tips

Discounted hotel stays

Access to online benefits platform

Healthcare Cash Plan

Full induction and training

Option to access earnings early

Qualifications

• Take pride in preparing fresh food made from seasonal, local ingredients.
• Thrive on the fast pace of the kitchen.
• Set high standards for yourself and others.

Responsibilities

• Control the food side of the business.
• Communicate effectively and remain calm under pressure.
• Implement new cooking techniques and bring new ideas.

Skills

Leadership skills

Food safety awareness

Food knowledge

Communication skills

Creativity

Education

Hygiene qualification

Job description

Head Chef - Alcester

Employer Lovely Pubs

Location Alcester, Warwickshire

Salary Up to £41000.00 per annum

Closing date 1 Dec 2025

Sector Chef jobs, Chef, Executive Chef, Head Chef

Job Type Full Time

Job Details

Head Chef - Alcester

Join Lovely Pubs: Where individuality is celebrated, and community is at the heart of everything we do. At Lovely Pubs, we are not just offering a job, we are inviting you to be part of our growing family, where your true self is valued.

The Moat House Inn in Alcester is a busy country pub full of character and charm, nestled in the heart of a warm, welcoming local community. It perfectly blends traditional pub coziness with a vibrant, lively atmosphere that keeps locals and visitors coming back! Our food offering is a true celebration of hearty, satisfying dishes. From classic pub favourites, comforting pies, tasty fish and chips and succulent Sunday roasts - to mouth‑watering wood‑fired pizzas there's something to delight everyone.

What we can offer you:

• An exciting variety of career paths: Explore a wide range of roles and career paths across our pubs and hotels.
• Supportive environment: We put people first and strive for a collaborative and trusting atmosphere where everyone is valued.
• Continuous growth: Engage in learning and development programs to fuel your personal and professional growth.
• 25% discount on food and drink, across all our pubs and hotels for you and your friends and family. Increasing to 30% after one year, 35% after three years and 40% after five years.
• A fair share of tips, paid on top of your hourly pay and paid on a weekly basis.
• Discounted hotel stays at hotels in the Fuller's Family.
• Access to 'My Fuller's' - our online benefits platform where you can make savings at 100s of retailers and access discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets and much more.
• Healthcare Cash Plan - after one year with us you will have access to a 24‑hour GP service and the ability to claim your money back for dentist and eyecare appointments.
• Full induction and training.
• The option to receive up to 35% of your earnings as you earn them with Wagestream. This means you won't always need to wait until payday.

What we look for in a Head Chef:

• Someone who will take pride in preparing fresh food made from seasonal, local ingredients.
• You should have great leadership skills.
• You’ll thrive on the fast pace of the kitchen.
• You’ll set yourself and others the very highest standards.
• Take full control of the food side of the business.
• A great communicator who can keep calm under pressure.
• A creative Head Chef who can bring new ideas and implement new cooking techniques.
• Take pride in every successful service.
• A hygiene qualification, excellent food knowledge and food safety awareness are all essential for this role.

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